Senior Stormwater Engineer

Sutherland Shire Council; Sutherland Shire Council; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Sutherland Shire Council is seeking a Senior Stormwater Engineer to lead long‑term planning and asset management of stormwater and flood-related infrastructure. The role shapes investment decisions, resilience outcomes, and strategic direction for the city’s waterways portfolio.

The successful candidate will combine engineering expertise with strategic thinking, manage multidisciplinary teams, and engage senior stakeholders to deliver resilient infrastructure for the community.

Qualifications

• Degree qualifications in Engineering or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience in stormwater, flood, civil infrastructure or asset management environments.
• Experience managing infrastructure asset portfolios and long‑term planning programs.
• Strong analytical capability and the ability to translate technical information into strategic recommendations.
• Proven experience preparing technical reports, specifications, tender documentation, grant submissions and business cases.
• Experience managing consultants, contractors and multidisciplinary stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop stormwater asset management strategies, policies and plans.
• Lead lifecycle planning, scenario modelling and long‑term investment forecasting.
• Identify opportunities to improve asset performance, resilience and service outcomes.
• Prepare annual and multi‑year capital works and maintenance programs.
• Initiate and scope infrastructure projects, including business case development and budget estimation.
• Manage consultants and contractors to deliver specialist projects and studies.
• Maintain and enhance Council's asset management systems and practices.
• Facilitate stakeholder engagement, project control groups and cross‑functional collaboration.
• Provide expert technical advice relating to stormwater and flood engineering.
• Support continuous improvement and innovation across Council's asset management framework.

Skills

Stormwater engineering

Flood risk

Strategic planning

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Data analysis

Technical reporting

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

Asset Management Systems

Job description

Asset Management & Waterways Sutherland Shire Council

Help Shape the Future of Water Infrastructure

Are you ready to move beyond project delivery and influence how an entire city's stormwater network is planned, managed and renewed?

Sutherland Shire Council is seeking a strategic and technically accomplished Senior Stormwater Engineer to lead the long‑term planning and asset management of a diverse and critical stormwater infrastructure portfolio.

This is more than an engineering role.

It's an opportunity to influence multimillion‑dollar investment decisions, drive flood resilience outcomes, shape future infrastructure strategies, and leave a lasting legacy for one of Sydney's most unique and environmentally significant regions.

Working within our Asset Management & Waterways team, you'll play a key role in ensuring our stormwater systems continue to meet the challenges of climate variability, urban growth and community expectations for generations to come.

Why This Role?

As our Senior Stormwater Engineer, you'll sit at the intersection of engineering, strategy and asset management, giving you the opportunity to:

• Shape long‑term infrastructure investment decisions
• Influence stormwater and flood resilience strategies across the Shire
• Drive innovation in asset management practices and systems
• Lead strategic planning for critical public infrastructureWork on complex and technically challenging projects
• Engage with senior stakeholders and decision makers
• Make a tangible impact on community sustainability and resilience

This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced engineer who enjoys thinking strategically, influencing outcomes, and applying technical expertise to solve complex infrastructure challenges.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Coordinator Asset Management and Waterways, you will provide specialist engineering and asset management expertise to support the long‑term sustainability, performance and resilience of Council's stormwater and flood‑related infrastructure assets.

You'll lead the development and implementation of asset management strategies, capital investment programs and lifecycle planning initiatives while providing expert technical advice across a broad range of stormwater and flood management matters.

Your work will directly inform how Council plans, prioritises and invests in critical infrastructure assets worth millions of dollars.

Key responsibilities include:

• Developing and implementing stormwater asset management strategies, policies and plans.
• Leading lifecycle planning, scenario modelling and long‑term investment forecasting.
• Identifying opportunities to improve asset performance, resilience and service outcomes.
• Preparing annual and multi‑year capital works and maintenance programs.
• Initiating and scoping infrastructure projects, including business case development and budget estimation.
• Managing consultants and contractors to deliver specialist projects and studies.
• Maintaining and enhancing Council's asset management systems and practices.
• Facilitating stakeholder engagement, project control groups and cross‑functional collaboration.
• Providing expert technical advice relating to stormwater and flood engineering.
• Supporting continuous improvement and innovation across Council's asset management framework.

About You

We're looking for a confident engineering professional who combines strong technical expertise with strategic thinking and stakeholder influence.

You will bring:

Essential

• Degree qualifications in Engineering or a related discipline.
• Current Driver Licence.
• Demonstrated experience in stormwater, flood, civil infrastructure or asset management environments.
• Experience managing infrastructure asset portfolios and long‑term planning programs.
• Strong analytical capability and the ability to translate technical information into strategic recommendations.
• Proven experience preparing technical reports, specifications, tender documentation, grant submissions and business cases.
• Experience managing consultants, contractors and multidisciplinary stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills.

Highly Regarded

• Postgraduate qualifications in Stormwater Engineering, Asset Management, Project Management, Business Administration or a related field.
• Knowledge of local government infrastructure planning and asset management frameworks.
• Experience with Asset Management Information Systems.
• Understanding of Integrated Planning and Reporting requirements and the Local Government Act 1993.

Why Join Sutherland Shire Council?

At Sutherland Shire Council, you'll be part of an organisation that is committed to innovation, sustainability and delivering meaningful outcomes for its community.

In return, you'll enjoy:

• Opportunities to lead strategic infrastructure initiatives.
• A collaborative and highly skilled professional team.
• Career development and ongoing learning opportunities.
• A diverse portfolio of engineering and asset management challenges.
• The ability to influence real investment decisions and community outcomes.
• A positive, flexible and supportive workplace culture.
• The satisfaction of delivering infrastructure that will benefit the community for decades to come.

Build Resilience. Drive Strategy. Leave a Legacy.

If you're an experienced engineer looking for an opportunity to influence how a major Council plans and manages its stormwater infrastructure into the future, we'd love to hear from you.

Join us and help create a more resilient, sustainable and connected Sutherland Shire.